Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups (187g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
- 1 teaspoon (3g) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick; 113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 pound)
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (beginner-friendly)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Fold mashed bananas into the butter mixture. Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information (per slice, 1/8 of loaf):
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and tender banana-infused bread
- Sweet and aromatic with hints of cinnamon
- Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert
User Comments:
- "This banana bread is seriously delicious! It's moist and flavorful with the perfect amount of sweetness."
- "My family loved this recipe. It's so easy to make and turned out so well!"
- "I've tried many banana bread recipes before, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's so moist and has the perfect crumb."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe bananas with brown or black spots.
- Use a toothpick to check for doneness. If it comes out clean, the bread is ready.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
